Social Services and Healthcare

SCQF Level 6 (24 SCQF credit points)

Why Study a Foundation Apprenticeship?

Studying for a Foundation Apprenticeship gives you the chance to combine work based qualifications such as Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) or National Certificate (NC) with practical work experience in industry.

Who Can Apply?

The Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) in Social Services and Healthcare is for pupils to begin in S5 and to complete in S6.

Entry Requirements

Some subjects at National 5, usually including English. It is recommended that you work towards Higher English by the end of S6.

You will require a satisfactory PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to show that you are suitable for this type of work.

Check individual college websites for specific entry requirements as they may vary.

Course Content

Units studied in year 1:

Social Services in Scotland

Communication in Care Relationships

Safeguarding People

Human Development and Social Influences.

Units studied in year 2:

Supporting effective communication

Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals

Develop your own knowledge and practice

Support the safeguarding of individuals.

Qualifications Gained

National Progression Award (NPA) in Social Sciences and Healthcare at SCQF Level 6.